Is Systemic Mastocytosis also a known rare risk of breast implants?

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Just as I was starting to get comfortable with having breast implants, I met a woman (former Beauty Queen) who swears that her implants caused Systemic Mastocytosis. I googled this condition with "breast implants" to see if I saw any other experiences. I do not, but she says her condition completely resolved after removing the implants. Is Systemic Mastocytosis ALSO a known rare risk of breast implants?

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

I had never even heard of that condition. Bear in mind that masto here refers to mast cells which are part of the blood immune system. Not masto as I’m being related  to the breast. The use of that term may have led to the association and confusion

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Anon453054,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. You will need to get a clearance from your doctor. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Systemic mastocytosis is a genetic immune disorder in which certain cells, mast cells, grow abnormally and cause a range of symptoms. It is not related to implants and is inherited.  She may not actually had had this diagnosis.

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